1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 619 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2300 mm |
